Job Description

Data Paralegal / Compliance Specialist

Location: dmg Headquarters, Derry Street, HSK, London

Position: Permanent

Package Description

Our benefits package increases the longer you've been with us. Here's what to expect:


25 days' holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30) Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 3% Company contribution. Life cover under the Pension Plan 4x your basic salary. DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards) Subsidised canteen Onsite gym (Northcliffe House only) Onsite nurse and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only) Our Employee Assistance Programme Discounted dining cards




Plus many other benefits....

Job Introduction

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our team as a Data Paralegal / Compliance Specialist. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring dmg::media adheres to data protection regulations and legal requirements. You will work closely with legal teams, technology teams, and stakeholders across the company to maintain compliance with data privacy laws and internal policies.

Main Responsibilities

Conducting regular reviews to assess data handling procedures and compliance with relevant laws (e.g., GDPR and PECR). Assist teams to consider new and emerging technologies, and related privacy matters. Responding to data subject access requests and inquiries related to data privacy. Drafting and reviewing data protection agreements, privacy policies, and other documents related to data management. Collaborating with legal counsel to interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance on data privacy issues. Assisting in the implementation and maintenance of data protection policies and procedures. Monitoring changes in data protection legislation and advising on necessary adjustments to policies and practices. Developing and delivering training sessions to employees on data protection best practices and compliance requirements.

Person Specification

Proven experience in a compliance or legal role, preferably in data protection or privacy. Familiarity with data privacy regulations such as GDPR, and others relevant to the industry. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret legal documents and regulations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) is a plus.

About dmg::media

dmg media maintains an unwavering commitment to uncovering the stories that matter most. Its brands Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, Metro, The i Paper, MailOnline, and Mail+reach more than 9 million people daily in the UK.



Globally, dmg media's brands reach 160 million unique browsers every month across its domains and apps.*



Its global newsroom of journalists, formidable story-getting power, and breadth of content formats, delivers highly engaging, trusted content to loyal and new audiences, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.



The Mail brand reaches three in five Brits every month and is officially the best-read, most recognised, most engaged newsbrand in the country. It is the largest news publisher on TikTok with over 21 million total followers and nearly 30 billion views in the past year.



www.dmgmedia.co.uk


GA Sept 2024


Dec 2023 - Nov 2024- inclusive

Our Commitment

We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.



We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.